Midwest AirlinesMWA/ MY

Midwest Airlines was a low-cost carrier based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, that operated from 1984 until its acquisition by Southwest Airlines in 2010. The airline focused on point-to-point service across the central and eastern United States, with Milwaukee serving as its primary hub, and offered a business-class cabin called "A" seating that differentiated it from typical low-cost competitors. Midwest Airlines was known for its friendly service culture and complimentary snacks and beverages in all cabin classes, which appealed to business and leisure travelers alike. The airline operated regional routes and some longer transcontinental flights before financial pressures from fuel costs and the 2008 economic downturn led to its merger with Southwest Airlines, which has since integrated Midwest's routes and operations into its own network.